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Platform launches to empower beauty pros & support business growth
Samantha Cusick, a business growth coach & owner of multiple salons, has launched The Beauty Business Platform. The resource seeks to empower hair and beauty professionals at all levels and…
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What are ‘soap nails’, the 2025 trend loved by celebrities including Kylie Jenner?
There’s good news for fans of the ‘clean girl aesthetic’: the TikTok beauty craze centred around a fresh, glowing and natural appearance. ‘Clean’ and classy manicure trend, ‘soap nails’, has…
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Selena Gomez, Cynthia Erivo & 3 other celebrity nail looks spotted at the BAFTAs
The 2025 British Academy Film Awards saw celebrities flaunt stylish and trendsetting manicures. The star-studded event showcased an impressive roster of nail looks on the red carpet, and these looks…
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Nail & beauty apprenticeships: salons share benefits, their experiences & advice
In a February 2025 poll on Scratch’s Instagram, almost 80% of respondents shared that they’re considering taking on apprentices. Here, two UK salons share how they’ve reaped the rewards of…
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Nail techs: This is why thorough client consultations are so important
Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year finalist 2024, Tanya Jeskins, shares why thorough client consultations are the key to effective and safe nail services that keep clients returning.…
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3 must-have digital tools for beauty pros, according to a business & marketing expert
Beauty business and marketing mentor, Stephanie Barnard, aka Beauty Business Bestie, shares her digital tool recommendations… Whether you’re a solo worker or managing a team, staying organised can feel like…
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Ashford beauty salon: how exceptional customer service creates relaxing client experiences
Sarah Webb, owner of Bella’s Little Nail Boutique, takes pride in her standout beauty services, which place an emphasis on the client experience. Working in customer service for over 20…
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Shifting your mindset for success: 4 tips from a beauty business coach
Scratch columnist & beauty business and mindset coach, Zaara King, shares advice for transforming your mental outlook… When I ask beauty business owners what changed for them when they found…
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Animal print, pearls & 3 other nail trends at New York Fashion Week AW25
Fashion month is well underway, and kicked off with New York Fashion Week. Offering an insight into clothing styles set to dominate the autumn/winter 2025 season, the event also showcased…
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